After careful evaluation, the committee has chosen Aqaba Special Economic Zone as the winner in the category:

Entertainment Destination

Aqaba is a year-round resort that has something to offer for everyone, and is a popular destination amongst all age groups.
This seaside city is blessed with great weather throughout the year; hot and breezy in summer, warm and pleasant in winter.

Just about every activity a tourist could hope to experience is available. Whether it is the exciting water sports in Aqaba from sailing to diving or immersing desert activities from camel safaris to Bedouin weddings or explorations in Petra, it’s all here in this desertoasis. Aqaba’sunderwaterlifefeatures some of the world’s most breathtaking scenery, with a marine ecosystem that comprises more than 140 species of corals and countless varieties of brightly colored fish, some unique only to the region.

If you are looking for a taste of the rich Arabic culture and heritage, you will certainly find it here, in the melodic call of the surrounding mosques, the tempting aromas wafting from local restaurants, and the enchanting Arabic music heard around every street corner.
A two hour drive north of Aqaba takes you to one of the new 7 wonders of the world; rose-red city of Petra. A forty minute drive leads you to the magical desert expanse and majestic mountains of Wadi Rum. Famously described by T.E. Lawrence as “vast, echoing and Godlike” and often deemed to be one of the most stunning deserts landscapes in the world, Wadi Rum is a nature-lover’s paradise.

The natural beauty of Aqaba, Where mountains meet both sea and desert, is a unique attraction in itself, displaying magical shades of red with each sunset, while the blue sea sparkles constantly, hiding beneath it some of the most colorful marine life in the Red Sea. Aqaba is also a perfect location for international conventions.
The city offers the ideal combination of business, culture, entertainment and fun.

This unique destination comprises breathtaking sights, high-standard accommodation, exquisite cuisine and countless activities. Its top hotels are fully equipped with the latest facilities, including large, multi-purpose halls, advanced audio-visual equipment, and private meeting rooms that provide an ideal venue for holding corporate meetings, conferences, association programs, retreats and seminars, complemented by an interesting and exciting experience. So, whether here for business or pleasure, there is plenty to do and so much to see.

It’s guaranteed to keep the boredom at bay; and all at very affordable prices! Aqaba is one of those wonderful places that leave lasting memories and tempt you back time and again. It is truly a tourist haven, an oasis in the desert, and so much beyond that.
Start planning your visit for some sun, fun and relaxation in this unique oasis, and come create your memories here in the ancient land of Aqaba.